Topic: Small Business
Business as Unusual
In the latest installment of The Citizen’s acclaimed podcast, Kathryn Wylde, CEO of Partnership for New York, shares the secrets to — and power of — harnessing cities’ business communities.
By Jessica Blatt PressThrift Shops Are Hidden Gems
A fashion forerunner and through-and-through Philadelphian reveals the best spot for thrifting locally. Hint: It’s outside city limits.
By Reuben HarleyKeep Pennsylvanians … in Pennsylvania
The state is losing residents to less expensive and less taxed states down south. We must prove, a free-market analyst urges, that we are “open for business”
By Nathan BenefieldA Manayunk Mainstay
In the first of a new series, the legendary photographer and chef stops in at Sorrentino’s, a 40-year-old institution that is the "heartbeat of the neighborhood."
By Reuben HarleyBoosting Neighborhood Commercial Corridors
A $185 million effort in Detroit is jumpstarting equitable development and increasing population in the city’s neighborhoods. Drexel’s Metro Finance head on what Philly can learn from the program
By Bruce KatzPhilly Has the Best Food. This is Not an Op-ed
Philadelphia restaurants dominated the James Beard Awards. But, let’s be clear: Our elite food scene stands on the shoulders of Philly’s unequaled papi stores and other family-run, internationally-rooted food operations
By Abigail ChangThe Next Mayor Must Prioritize Sustainable Businesses
The Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia on how our elected leaders can support values-driven small businesses in Philly
By Devi RamkissoonPennsylvania is Open for Business
Pittsburgh and Philadelphia business leaders make the case for working together to bring jobs and economic opportunities to the state
By Matt Smith and Chellie CameronPlacemaking and Economic Growth
The next in our Development … for Good series in partnership with Fitler Club and Drexel’s Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation features Connor Barwin, Jerry Sweeney and other investors in our city’s public realm
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyMore High School Internships, Please
Two charter school educators say Philadelphia students are hungry to start their careers — and Philly business leaders need to give them a chance.
By Malaun Yuille and Noelle Kellich